1953 Ford Prefect vs. 1957 Suzuki Light
To start off, 1957 Suzuki Light is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Ford Prefect. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Ford Prefect would be higher. At 1,172 cc (4 cylinders), 1953 Ford Prefect is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1953 Ford Prefect (31 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1957 Suzuki Light. (14 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1953 Ford Prefect should accelerate faster than 1957 Suzuki Light. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1953 Ford Prefect weights approximately 225 kg more than 1957 Suzuki Light. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1953 Ford Prefect (71 Nm @ 2150 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Suzuki Light. (35 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1953 Ford Prefect will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Suzuki Light.
Compare all specifications:
| 1953 Ford Prefect | 1957 Suzuki Light | |
| Make | Ford | Suzuki |
| Model | Prefect | Light |
| Year Released | 1953 | 1957 |
| Engine Size | 1172 cc | 359 cc |
| Horse Power | 31 HP | 14 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 71 Nm | 35 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2150 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 765 kg | 540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2220 mm | 2010 mm |
